To sign, or not to sign? Presidents, Bills and the Supreme Court
President Higgins’s decision not to refer the International Protection Bill for judicial review may not prevent a legal challenge to its constitutional validity once it is enacted
Care After Prison: a vital support platform for ex-inmates
While serving a life sentence, Stephen Doyle founded the charity in a bid to help others
EU court refers alcohol pricing law back to national court
Court of Justice of EU considered legislation would significantly restrict market
Maurice Gaffney SC: A life in law
At almost 100 years old, Maurice Gaffney SC still works at the Bar and says he would be ‘lost without it’
High Court abortion judgment in North is reflection of changing attitudes
Judge’s ruling adds momentum to recognition of women’s reproductive autonomy
Heard the one about EU law and Irish minimum alcohol prices?
European Court of Justice ruling in Scottish case has implications for Ireland
Beware the dangers of restorative justice
It is a potent tool to empower victims but needs to be managed carefully
Legal body seeks views on enforcement and corporate offences
Law Reform Commission wants to know what people think of reforms in crucial area
Conor McGregor privacy case could make for tough legal battle
Ireland has strong privacy laws but famous people can face fight to assert their rights
‘Making A Murderer’ film-makers reveal background to series
The film school graduates tell what compelled them to make the hit show
‘Making A Murderer’: How safe is our criminal justice system?
Netflix show is making people assess Ireland’s record on miscarriages of justice
Hunger striker turned lawyer in long-time fight for social justice
Michael Farrell earned his stripes in the bad old days of the Troubles before taking on human rights cases in the Republic
Care needed with whistleblower legislation
As the Act is designed to protect employees, companies must proceed with caution
In court this term: TDs, bankers, and an entire Dáil committee
Several significant cases are listed to be heard, including two taken by businessman Denis O’Brien and a personal injuries action by the husband of Savita Halappanavar
Minister to review four-year wait on divorce requirement
Frances Fitzgerald indicates time has come to assess whether reduction in term required
Law must be updated to protect vulnerable surviving spouses
Intestacy provision must be reformed to safeguard security of those left behind
With rise of machines what is future for professions?
Machines have already begun to carry out legal tasks and will do so increasingly
A family mediation service that works but has yet to be approved by courts
WIT’s pilot Family Justice Mediation gets couples to agree in the short term, preventing much suffering
The constitutional stance on religious education
The Constitution and European Convention on Human Rights have different parameters
Irish Refugee Council and law firm join forces to assist asylum seekers
NGOs and the business community can work together for the common good
Long-overdue analysis of Ireland’s complex damages law
‘Invaluable’ book provides an accessible, detailed and up-to-date guide
Should we legalise or decriminalise cannabis?
‘As a psychiatrist, I see the clear negative effects of cannabis on mental health every single week in my clinical work’
Students aim to use Innocence Project to help young Kenyan
Ben-Hadad Kimani was convicted of murder, but many believe he is innocent
Consumers must also be protected in online world
We need effective laws and codes of practice to ensure that people aren’t being misled
Fleeced abroad? Know your legal rights
Online shopping and foreign holidays mean we’re not just buying from Irish retailers anymore? But what are your consumer rights if it all goes wrong?
Who owns the sky? Property owners or drone users?
A tresspass action by a landowner against a drone user will serve to clarify real issues
Two states ordered to recover unpaid corporation tax
Luxembourg and Netherlands must recoup unpaid tax from Fiat and Starbucks of €20m-€30 each
Shortage of funding for staff and facilities creates forensics in crisis
Immediate investment is needed in DNA testing and in other forms of forensics to avoid a catastrophe
New employment law system brings much-needed change
Workplace Relations Act creates a single point of entry for work-related disputes
Where there’s no will, there’s still a way to find heirs to estates
There is no list of unclaimed estates in Ireland, whereas genealogists in the UK have a list to find next of kin
Victims of Crime Bill a great step foward, but far from free
From November 16th, victims will for the first time have legally enforceable rights
‘The Court’s goal is not just worthwhile but admirable’
Irish barrister says inquiry into activities of Cambodia’s Khmer Rouge is essential
Enlightened legislation to protect vulnerable in court proceedings
Passing of Capacity Bill is just one phase in development of framework of support
For the record: The secret world of the court stenographer
Rarely noticed in tribunals, courts or arbitration hearings, stenographers play an often-vital part
We should avoid politicising our Supreme Court
Recent changes give judges scope to carve out the kind of public profiles they have in the US
EU Law Update: Travelling time is ‘working time’
Court clarifies rights of employees with no fixed place of work who travel to meet clients
Legal Opinion: victim impact statement system is flawed
While it is valuable, the current method can lead to inconsistent and unfair sentencing
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